How NASCAR Determines Qualifying Order: Full Metric Breakdown

How NASCAR Sets the Qualifying Order: Full Metric Breakdown

NASCAR determines the qualifying order using a metric formula based on a combination of recent performance factors. The breakdown includes:

Previous Race Finish (50%) – The driver’s final position in the most recent race.

Owner Points Standings (35%) – The car owner’s ranking in the current season’s points standings.

Fastest Lap from Previous Race (15%) – The driver’s fastest lap time from the last race.

This formula helps establish a fair and competitive qualifying order by considering both recent results and overall season performance.